Colorado Springs Trail Conditions

09/27/2025

Remember that big wash out on the Bluestem Prairie OS loop? Well, it didn't get fixed but there is a new detour! It takes off a little distance from the loop. Perfect little loop and some nice mileage from town on a gravel bike.

09/04/2025

What exactly is a Trail Agent? 🤔
They’re trained MedWheel volunteers who:
✅ Ride local trails
✅ Spot and document issues before they become big problems
✅ Clear encroaching vegetation & remove downed branches
✅ Clean drains & clear debris using hand tools only
Skilled hands and big hearts, working to keep our trails alive for the next ride.
📲 Join the crew on the hivepass members app or email us, trails@medwheel.org to get started.

09/04/2025

09/04/2025

Classic early September weather for Colorado Springs over the next 7 days.

What's in store? Everything from heat to wind to thunderstorms.

09/03/2025

Current underpass to Santa Fe (La Foret Trail). Still decent water on one side. Have to do some rock hops.
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The USAFA stretch from trail mile marker 41 to just passed the SF trail North Gate has a lottttt of washed out sections of trail too, so be extra careful around some of those blind hills with turns!!

08/25/2025

Water in your basement? Us too😔

Help save our foundation, and our history.

Ironically, our original 1890 foundation is in tip-top shape (Victorian engineering we love you). However, our 1930/40s addition is failing. Old windows that were improperly sealed many moons ago have let water in and weakened the concrete foundation over the years.

In May we had our worst flood in recent memory, and the threat of water damage looms over our irreplaceable collections and archives. Thankfully, our dedicated volunteers alleviated the threat to artifacts, but the only thing that will truly fix it are extensive foundation repairs.

Not many people realize that Old Colorado City has some of the oldest history in the area. In our walls we preserve history from before Colorado was even a state. Not only that, but we preserve everyday Westside family history. From blue-collar workers, to endless saloonkeepers, working girls like Laura Bell, veterans, and larger than life characters like Prairie Dog O'Byrne and his famous elk, Thunder & Buttons. We have it all, but this history cannot survive without a safe and dry home.

Current estimates range from about $45,000 to $50,000 for stabilization, waterproofing, mitigation, sidewalk repairs, environmental monitoring, and more. We have some funds we can put towards this, but we can really only manage to complete the repairs with the help of our amazing community and members.

You can read a letter from our president on our website for more details at occhs.org

Donations may be made in-person at the History Center, or on our GoFundMe page: https://gofund.me/e4cdad55

08/23/2025

From Elk Park at 12, 000 feet down to the trailhead — the MedWheel Trail Agents tackle the legendary Pikes Peak Plummet! 🚵‍♂️💨
But it’s not just about the ride. Along the way, our crew stopped to check trail conditions, clear downed trees and other debris, and make minor repairs fixes to keep the route safe and fun for everyone.
Think epic mountain bike ride meets hands-on trail care. 💪
💡 Want in? Trail Agents are members who combine adventure with stewardship — and we’re always looking for more.
📲 Download our Hivepass membership app or email us traills@medwheel.org to join the next ride.

08/23/2025

Trail Love on Buckhorn! Huge thanks to the amazing volunteers who came out to give Buckhorn Trail some love today! 💪 Our crew worked hard to keep this trail narrow and challenging—just the way it’s meant to be. Since we’ve adopted Buckhorn, our goal is to maintain its unique character while keeping it rideable and sustainable. Big shoutout to Cerberus Brewing for sponsoring our lunch—we couldn’t do this work without the support of partners like you. 🍻 👉 Don’t miss the fun—join us tomorrow, August 23, at Cerberus’s Birthday Party! Let’s raise a pint to trails, community, and good times. 🎉

08/21/2025

08/21/2025

Wet Week Ahead?

This is a look at how the models (blended) are predictions rain over the course of the next days.
Let it be so!!!